Product description
This system delivers efficient illumination with a 1-watt light engine suitable for signs up to 750 mm, meeting E2 UE3 standards. An oversized 93-watt cylindrical solar panel reduces installation errors while efficiently capturing winter sunlight. The vertically oriented design is optimised for low-angle winter sun when energy demand is highest, while still providing sufficient summer performance due to extended daylight hours. A shadow-resistant cell configuration minimises the impact of partial shading, and smart energy management is achieved through a Bluetooth-enabled regulator with data logging, paired with an AGM battery to ensure reliable, consistent operation.Details
At the core of the system is our cylindrical, oversized 93-watt solar panel. Its vertical mounting orientation minimises installation errors related to panel positioning, while its shape ensures optimal collection of low-angle winter sunlight—when energy demand is greatest. Extended daylight hours and shorter nights during summer further support strong overall performance. Additionally, the innovative interconnection of the solar cells significantly reduces the impact of partial shading.
Completing the system is a smart regulator with Bluetooth-enabled data logging paired with an AGM battery, ensuring dependable energy management and long-term performance.
Technical Info
- Solar Cylinder: Rotationally moulded medium density polyethylene (MDP) in black, with a high performance flexible solar panel utlising the latest Flexible HJT technology. Impact and shock resistant with an Anti-graffiti, non stick self cleaning surface. Cast alluminium gallery mounting, polyester powder coated black with stainless steel fasteners. 5 year warranty.
- Signlight: HYDRA Pressure die cast marine grade aluminium, polyester powder coated grey or black. Body mates to a range of post fixing brackets. Stainless steel treaded inserts. E2 UE3 lighting on signs up to 750mm. 1 watt power consumption. See our Hydra datasheet for more information. 10 year warranty
- Battery: 1 x 15Ah Advanced Glass Matt (AGM) battery (single HYDRA) or 2 x 15Ah AGM battery (DoubleHYDRA). Battery mounting brackets Maunfactured from Pre-galvanised mild steel powdercoated black. Supplied with mounting screws. 3 year Warranty
- Regulator: Victron SmartSolar MPPT 75/100 charge controller with built-in Bluetooth for VictronConnect app monitoring and configuration, and offers intelligent battery management with load disconnection to prevent deep discharge, extending battery life. 5year warranty
- Column: 4000mm (800 p/d) galvanised mild steel column with 168mm base housing and 76mm top post. Pre drilled to suit the Hydra and fitted out with battery brackets and wiring loom





